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This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cat Ba, Hai Phong Municipality, Vietnam. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Cat Ba has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1948 mm (77 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
The seasons in Cat Ba, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 415 mm (16 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 39 mm (1.5 in) over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cat Ba Temperature page.
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records. 49-year average (1976-2025)
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Cat Ba spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Vietnam. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Cat Ba's average annual precipitation is 1948 mm (77 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
For more detailed information about Cat Ba's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cat Ba Climate page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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